Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pubiflorum
ID:
593281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 184 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592613



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum pubiflorum
  • Pubiflorum Orchid
  • Hairy Orchid


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Description

Bulbophyllum pubiflorum (also called the pubescent bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a single, upright stem with lance-shaped leaves. Its flowers are white, with a yellow lip, and are arranged in a spiral pattern. It is found in humid tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum pubiflorum is used to make furniture, paper, rope, and fuel. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum pubiflorum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum pubiflorum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, requiring a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining, chunky potting mix, such as a mix of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize with a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum pubiflorum

Bulbophyllum pubiflorum is native to Central America and Mexico.

Bulbophyllum pubiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum pubiflorum?

Bulbophyllum pubiflorum

What is the common name of Bulbophyllum pubiflorum?

Hairy Bulbophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum pubiflorum?

India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Bulbophyllum genus

Bulbophyllum ambatoavense, Bulbophyllum anakbaruppui, Bulbophyllum anisopterum, Bulbophyllum apoense, Bulbophyllum arianeae, Bulbophyllum atrosanguineum, Bulbophyllum auriculatum, Bulbophyllum boudetianum, Bulbophyllum catillus, Bulbophyllum clipeibulbum, Bulbophyllum comberipictum, Bulbophyllum coweniorum, Bulbophyllum danii, Bulbophyllum debrincatiae, Bulbophyllum decurrentilobum, Bulbophyllum filifolium, Bulbophyllum flabellum-veneris, Bulbophyllum foetidilabrum, Bulbophyllum furcatum, Bulbophyllum furcillatum, Bulbophyllum globulosum, Bulbophyllum grotianum, Bulbophyllum ialibuense, Bulbophyllum illecebrum, Bulbophyllum incisilabrum, Bulbophyllum iterans, Bulbophyllum janus, Bulbophyllum labatii, Bulbophyllum lanuginosum, Bulbophyllum lyriforme, Bulbophyllum mystax, Bulbophyllum ochthodes, Bulbophyllum orezii, Bulbophyllum pilosum, Bulbophyllum praetervisum, Bulbophyllum pseudopelma, Bulbophyllum ramulicola, Bulbophyllum reductum, Bulbophyllum rosemarianum, Bulbophyllum scaphiforme, Bulbophyllum simplex, Bulbophyllum sinapis, Bulbophyllum sororculum, Bulbophyllum stenurum, Bulbophyllum subpatulum, Bulbophyllum tectipes, Bulbophyllum trichorhachis, Bulbophyllum tubilabrum, Bulbophyllum turpe, Bulbophyllum uncinatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-27074: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.